Applications Open for Weston Charity Awards 2025: Transformational Support for Front-line Charities
The prestigious Weston Charity Awards 2025 are now open for applications, offering life-changing support packages valued at over £22,000 each for up to 22 ambitious front-line charities. Eligible charities specializing in community, environment, welfare, or youth support are encouraged to apply before the deadline of 5pm on Wednesday 8 January 2025.
Award winners will benefit from a unique combination of unrestricted grants and expert-led leadership coaching to help strengthen their organizations, drive long-term sustainability, and maximize their impact.
Each successful charity receives:
Flora Craig, Interim Director at the Garfield Weston Foundation, emphasized the importance of the Awards:
“We know that charities are under pressure to deliver their great work – they face increased costs, a high demand for their services, and a competitive environment. The Weston Charity Awards programme is a great opportunity for charities to take stock, work with experienced experts, and develop plans for a resilient future.”
The Awards are open to charities that:
Since the Awards began in 2014, over 150 charities have benefited, with remarkable results:
Ed Mayo, CEO of Pilotlight, highlighted the program’s impact:
“Small charities face immense challenges in income generation and management skills. Thanks to our partnership with the Garfield Weston Foundation, these Awards provide not only financial support but also the tools and guidance needed to overcome these barriers and thrive.”
Charities interested in applying can attend free Zoom sessions for guidance and tips:
The Weston Charity Awards are a collaboration between the Garfield Weston Foundation and Pilotlight, empowering charities to overcome challenges and build a resilient future.
For more details and to apply, visit: www.pilotlight.org.uk/weston-charity-awards.
About the Garfield Weston Foundation
Founded in 1958, the Garfield Weston Foundation is one of the UK’s largest and most trusted grant-makers. Last year alone, it awarded over £100 million to nearly 2,000 charities.
About Pilotlight
Pilotlight is a charity that connects social-purpose organisations with business experts to help them thrive, creating lasting positive change in communities.
Contact: Kathy Sharpe, Pilotlight UK
Email: kathy@sharpecommunications.co.uk
Website: www.pilotlight.org.uk/weston-charity-awards
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